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TURN YOUR GOOGLE DOC INTO AN AUDIO BOOK WITH CHATGPT AND GOOGLE SCRIPT

Dilip Kashyap

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Gone are the days of tedious and time-consuming reading of lengthy Google
documents! With ChatGPT and Google Apps Script, you can now listen to your
favorite Google documents as an audiobook. This cutting-edge technology is not
only revolutionary but also life-changing for people with visual impairments or
those who prefer auditory learning styles. Whether you’re a busy professional
looking to multitask, a language learner seeking to improve your listening
skills, or a proofreader aiming to detect errors with ease, this innovative tool
will be your ultimate productivity hack.

In this article, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of how to
make your Google Document come to life and speak to you using ChatGPT and Google
Apps Script. Get ready to sit back, relax, and let the magic of speech synthesis
and artificial intelligence do the work for you!


STEP 1: ENABLE GOOGLE APPS SCRIPT

Enable Google Apps Script in your Google account To begin, you need to enable
Google Apps Script in your Google account. This can be done by opening any
Google Document and clicking on the “Extension” menu. From the drop-down menu,
select “Apps Script” to open the Google Apps Script editor.


STEP 2: CREATE A NEW GOOGLE APPS SCRIPT PROJECT

Create a new Google Apps Script project Once you are in the Google Apps Script
editor, create a new project by clicking on the “New project” button. This will
open a new script file where you can start writing your script.


STEP 3: WRITE THE SCRIPT

Write the script to make your Google Document talk to you To make your Google
Document talk to you, you need to write a script that uses ChatGPT to convert
text to speech. The script should be able to read the text in the Google
Document and convert it to speech.

Here’s an example script that you can use:

function readDocument() {
  var doc = DocumentApp.getActiveDocument();
  var body = doc.getBody();
  var text = body.getText();
  var url = "https://api.openai.com/v1/speeches/gpt";
  var response = UrlFetchApp.fetch(url, {
    "method": "post",
    "headers": {
      "Content-Type": "application/json",
      "Authorization": "Bearer YOUR_API_KEY_HERE"
    },
    "payload": JSON.stringify({
      "model": "text-to-speech",
      "text": text,
      "voice": "en-GB-Wavenet-C",
      "speed": 0.7,
      "pitch": 0,
      "volume": 1,
      "personality": "none"
    })
  });
  var data = JSON.parse(response.getContentText());
  var audioUrl = data["data"][0]["url"];
  var audio = UrlFetchApp.fetch(audioUrl).getBlob();
  var audioFile = DriveApp.createFile(audio);
  var playerUrl = "https://docs.google.com/a/google.com/file/d/" + audioFile.getId() + "/preview";
  var iframe = "<iframe src='" + playerUrl + "' width='640' height='480'></iframe>";
  DocumentApp.getUi().showModalDialog(HtmlService.createHtmlOutput(iframe), "Document Audio");
}

This script uses the ChatGPT API to convert the text in your Google Document to
speech. You will need to replace “YOUR_API_KEY_HERE” with your actual ChatGPT
API key.


STEP 4: RUN THE SCRIPT

Run the script After writing the script, save it and then run it by clicking on
the “Run” button. When you run the script, a modal dialog box will appear
displaying the audio player for your Google Document.


STEP 5: LISTEN TO YOUR GOOGLE DOCUMENT

Listen to your Google Document Click on the “Play” button in the audio player to
listen to your Google Document. The script will read the text in the Google
Document and convert it to speech using ChatGPT.



Here are some useful applications of the script to make a Google Document talk
to you:

 1. For people with visual impairments: The script can be used by people with
    visual impairments to listen to the contents of a Google Document instead of
    reading it. This can make it easier for them to access information and learn
    from written materials.
 2. Language learners: The script can be used by language learners to practice
    their listening skills. They can listen to a Google Document being read out
    loud and follow along with the text to improve their comprehension.
 3. Busy professionals: The script can be used by busy professionals who don’t
    have time to read a long document. They can listen to the document while
    doing other tasks, such as driving or exercising.
 4. Proofreading and editing: The script can be used to proofread and edit a
    Google Document. By listening to the text being read out loud, it can be
    easier to spot errors and make improvements.

In conclusion, making a Google Document talk to you using ChatGPT and Google
Apps Script is an easy process. By following the steps outlined in this article,
you can create your own script and listen to your Google Document instead of
reading it. This can be a great accessibility feature for people with visual
impairments or those who prefer listening to text instead of reading it.



Thank you for taking the time to read this! I hope you found it informative and
engaging. Let’s connect on Twitter. Happy Learning 😁✌️

Boost your Google Workspace potential with our e-book: Google Apps Script: A
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